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County Durham fell runners tackle 190 miles to kit out mountain rescuers
Durham Fell Runners are preparing to complete a non-stop 190-mile relay along the Roof of England footpath to raise more than £6,000 for the Teesdale and Weardale Search and Mountain Rescue Team.
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Plea to improve holiday food scheme after County Durham children miss meals
Children from low-income working families are being unfairly excluded from a government-funded holiday food scheme, according to a motion set to be debated by councillors in County Durham.
Young people celebrated for changing their communities in County Durham
Young people from across County Durham have been recognised for their achievements, resilience and contribution to their communities at a special celebration event in Durham.
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Durham construction hub hits £127m as firm plots North East expansion
Caddick Construction is forecasting further expansion in the North East after securing £127 million in regional contracts, with an additional £160 million worth of projects in the pipeline.
370 homes left without power in DL postcodes this morning
Hundreds of homes have been left without power across DL postcodes this morning following two outages in Northallerton and Bishop Auckland.
Connecting County Durham Online Directory Launches To Help Residents Find Support
Residents in County Durham can now find support more easily through a new online directory. Connecting County Durham, launched by Durham County Council, brings local organisations, activities and support services together in one accessible place for residents and professionals. The directory will in...
Plea for tougher action as 13,000 County Durham homes were uncompleted in 2025
Nearly 13,000 homes with planning permission in County Durham have yet to be built, prompting calls for tougher powers to stop developments from stalling.
Government warned to stop using County Durham homes for asylum accommodation
The Government is set to face calls to halt any new asylum accommodation in County Durham.
Here's what the Met Office says about Darlington's weekend weather
The weekend in Darlington will be dry and warm overall, with Friday hottest, Saturday still warm, and Sunday slightly cooler with only a small risk of showers.
The most difficult GP surgeries to contact by phone in County Durham revealed
The most difficult GP surgeries to contact by phone in County Durham have been revealed in the results of the NHS GP Patient Survey 2026.
Into The Light Launches Creative Call To Support County Durham’s Cultural Future
A shared commitment to strengthen County Durham's cultural and creative industry was launched yesterday (Wednesday,8th July) by Into the Light, a place-based initiative designed to drive cultural growth and aid regeneration. Hosted by North-East singer-songwriter Joe McElderry, Into the Light’s Cr...
The easiest GP surgeries to contact by phone in County Durham revealed in NHS figures
The easiest GP surgeries to contact by phone in County Durham have been revealed in the NHS GP Patient Survey 2026.
Congratulations to Stockton, but why did places choose sit out the Town of Culture?
CONGRATULATIONS to Stockton for making it onto the 15-town shortlist for the 2028 Town of Culture prize.
County Durham pub to close after 15 years as owner tells of 'fight to stay open'
A County Durham pub owner is closing his doors after fifteen years due to "the hardest time hospitality has ever had".
TikTok and CCTV stalker fined after targeting woman in County Durham
A Sunderland man has been fined for stalking a woman through messages and CCTV surveillance over several months last year.
Meet the 'exceptional' catering supervisor crowned Durham Tourism Superstar
A catering supervisor member of staff known for his "exceptional customer service, genuine warmth and dedication to visitors" has been crowned Durham Tourism Superstar 2026.
New food waste collections expanded in this area of County Durham
Weekly food waste collections are being rolled out to more households across County Durham as part of a county-wide recycling scheme.
Everything you need to know ahead of the 140th Durham Miners’ Gala 2026
Durham Miners’ Gala returns on Saturday, July 11, for its 140th Big Meeting, with more than 200,000 people expected.
County Durham entrepreneur Sara Davies reveals she has been diagnosed with ADHD
County Durham entrepreneur and former Dragons' Den star Sara Davies has revealed she has been diagnosed with ADHD following a comprehensive neuropsychological assessment, sharing her experience on the Mind Your Business podcast.
Ambulance service issues summer warning to North East residents amid heatwave
The North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) is urging the public to stay safe this summer as the region continues to bask in a heatwave.